Windows XP

Below are the instructions for setting Windows XP to Obtain an IP Address automatically:

  1. Click on the Start Menu, and go to Control Panel.
  2. Open Network Connections. If you only see "Network and Internet Connections", open that first, and then open "Network Connections".
  3. Choose your network connection, right-click it, and select Properties.
    • If you are using wireless to connect to your modem, choose the "Wireless Network Connection".
    • If you are using an Ethernet cable to connect to your modem, choose the "Local Area Connection".
  4. Double-click on Internet Protocol.
  5. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically", and also select "Obtain DNS server address automatically".
  6. Press OK, and then press OK/Close.